Scientific Research in Timor-Leste – Human, Budgetary, Infrastructural, and Digital Constraints

Scientific research plays a crucial role in sustainable development and evidence-based policymaking. In Timor-Leste, a young nation consolidating its institutions, the scientific research system faces structural, financial, and human challenges that limit its potential. This article critically examines the current state of scientific research in Timor-Leste, identifying key barriers—from…